Parker Crook
Parker Crook is a Saskatchewan-born reporter who began his career in journalism while studying the craft at SAIT in Calgary. After cutting his teeth at the school news outlet as the Opinions Editor, Parker landed a position at a Vernon newspaper and worked his way up to the editor’s chair. Parker strives to tell stories that have a genuine impact on the community he calls home. And, from courtroom dramas to on stage antics, Parker believes meaningful stories can be found just about anywhere.
B.C. forest industry facing uncertain future as mills close across province
VICTORIA – It seems barely a day goes by without an announcement about layoffs, temporary…
Three of five cats found living in back of South Okanagan truck dead: SPCA
The South Okanagan-Similkameen SPCA is reminding pet owners not to leave their animals outside after…
Peter Harder to step down as government’s representative in the Senate
OTTAWA – The man representing the Liberal government in the Senate is stepping down at…
Tory deputy leader apologizes for comparing Pride, St. Patrick’s Day parades
Andrew Scheer's second-in-command has apologized after comparing the Conservative leader's decision not to march in…
Ottawa cites salmon species extinction risk in call for input on slide response
Ottawa is seeking help to avoid what it says could be the extinction of some…
Former cop says more than apology to black community needed from police
OTTAWA – A veteran black police officer — who has written about racism within policing…
TRENDING NOW: Heartwarming Polish ad shows dedication
It may be used to sell a website, but this Polish ad brings tears to…
Stolen fire truck sparks police pursuit in Winnipeg, suspect arrested
WINNIPEG – Police zapped a man with a stun gun and took him into custody…
No winning ticket for Friday night’s $11 million Lotto Max jackpot
TORONTO – No winning ticket was sold for the $11 million jackpot in Friday night's…
Agreement reached between Central Okanagan schools, CUPE
After much negotiation, Central Okanagan Public Schools has signed a three-year agreement with the Canadian…
Police investigating collision in Vancouver that killed one person
Vancouver police are investigating after a vehicle "went airborne" before hitting another vehicle in a…
Woman guilty of manslaughter in death of toddler found outside Edmonton church
EDMONTON – A woman accused in the death of a toddler found outside an Edmonton…
Kamloops remains identified as 66-year-old of no fixed address
The human remains found near a dumpster have been identified and belong to a man…
Scheer cautions against internal fighting in speech in Conservative heartland
CALGARY – Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer has dismissed those calling for him to step down…
B.C. tour company ordered to pay $35K for using bait to attract bears
CLEARWATER, B.C. – The British Columbia Conservation Officer Service says a guiding company in the…